Westwood Recruitment are on the lookout for a Production Planner to join our client on a permanent basis in Bredbury with an immediate start available. For this role, you will join a busy team creating and assisting with allocations and job card routings throughout the various levels of manufacture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop route cards, collaborating closely with the programming department, to devise the most cost-effective and efficient manufacturing methods.
* Ensure timely dissemination of all necessary documentation to the shop floor through work to lists.
* Collaborate with Stores/Goods Inwards to guarantee the availability of materials and kits required for manufacturing and assembly.
* Manage rework operations resulting from NCRs, adjusting route sheets as necessary.
* Contribute to Pre-production Meetings to identify and implement optimal manufacturing approaches.
* Support the Production Scheduler in effectively loading each work centre.
* Offer guidance and support to the Sales Department to ensure accurate quotations regarding cost and lead time.
Job Requirements
* Experience in scheduling CNC machining operations and outside services is desirable, though not essential.
* Demonstrated responsiveness and ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
* Proficiency in IT applications for managing information and presenting to stakeholders.
* Ideally you are have just finished college/graduated from University or are someone with a lot of experience
What is on Offer
* 39 hours per week
* 25 days holiday per annum, plus 9 stats
* Pension contribution
* Life Assurance Policy
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Free Onsite Parking available